Edith Cowan University
Master of Education (Educational Leadership)
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationFor current and aspiring educational leaders who value the importance of effective leadership and its impact on organisational success and student learning.
Provides the theoretical and practical knowledge needed to lead and support the evolving needs of educational settings. Engaging in this advanced coursework will enable students to gain a real-world understanding of educational leadership and develop their ability to provide skillful and authentic leadership practice in any educational setting.
Delivery mode
Edith Cowan University offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Blended
Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.
Locations
- 2 Bradford Street, Mount Lawley
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Admission requirements you'll need to meet for this course.
Academic Admission requirements (Band 8)
The following course-specific admission requirements are mandatory and must be satisfied by all applicants. These requirements are in addition to or supersede the minimum requirements outlined within the Academic admission requirements band section below.
All applicants are required to have a Bachelor of Education. Alternatively applicants can have a Bachelor level degree in any other field, plus a Graduate Diploma of Education or a Master of Teaching, with equivalents considered.
Special entry may be considered for students with a Bachelor level degree in another field, or a three-year trained teacher, both supported by extensive professional experience. One or more of the specialisations in this course has admission requirements. Refer to the specialisation for more information.
Academic admission requirements (Band 8) may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:
- Bachelor degree in a cognate discipline; or
- Where accepted, equivalent prior learning, including at least five years relevant professional experience.
English Language requirements (Band 4)
English competency requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:
- IELTS Academic Overall band minimum score of 6.5 (no individual band less than 6.0);
- Bachelor degree from a country specified on the English Proficiency Bands page;
- Successfully completed 0.375 EFTSL of study at postgraduate level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent);
- Where accepted, equivalent prior learning, including at least five years relevant professional experience; or
- Other tests, courses or programs defined on the English Proficiency Bands page.
Course fees
$22,750
$36,200
$22,750
$36,200
Career opportunities
The Master of Education (Educational Leadership) will prepare you for the following roles.
Assistant Principal
An Assistant Principal supports the principal in managing the daily operations of a school. You might work in a primary or secondary school setting...
Deputy Principal
A Deputy Principal supports the Principal in managing the overall operations of a school. You might work in primary or secondary education settings...
Educational Administrator
An Educational Administrator manages the administrative operations within an educational institution, ensuring smooth and efficient functioning. Yo...
Principal
A Principal provides strategic leadership and manages school operations, guiding staff and students toward academic success and well-being. They se...
Program Leader
A Program Leader manages and oversees a specific programme or project within an organisation. You might work in various sectors including education...
Early Childhood Center Manager
An Early Childhood Centre Manager oversees the daily operations of an early education facility. You might work in a childcare centre, kindergarten,...
Credit Officer
A Credit Officer processes applications for credit from potential borrowers. You might work for a bank, other financial institution or for a lendin...
About Edith Cowan University
Edith Cowan University (ECU) provides the ideal learning environment for people who want to graduate world ready.
Located in Western Australia, our industry-relevant teaching and research, supportive study environment and award-winning facilities enable ECU students to do more than just survive in this world – they thrive in it.
Established in 1991, ECU took the opportunity to reshape the way higher education is delivered in a distinctive and inspiring campus environment.
ECU courses are developed in consultation with industry, and teaching staff have extensive industry experience and networks. It's why ECU students can expect work integrated learning placement opportunities, fieldwork, practicums and networking events as part of their studies.
This approach has been rewarded with five-star ratings for undergraduate teaching quality over the past 16 years, along with consistently high ratings for overall education experience, skills development, student support and learning resources, as reported in the Good Universities Guide .
ECU's world-class research strives to make a difference to the community in Western Australia and beyond. ECU focuses on working with our communities, business and government organizations to solve real-world problems.
The University was named after Edith Dircksey Cowan, the first woman to be elected to an Australian Parliament. Her life was dedicated to the belief that education was the key to growth, change and improvement in society.
Her example informs ECU's values ??as we pride ourselves in developing capable graduates who lead engaged and productive lives in the communities in which they live and work.